Analyst, Operations Finance

HOLT RENFREW; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Renfrew seeks an Analyst for Operations Finance to shape the luxury shopping experience. In this critical role, you will drive financial insights, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance reporting frameworks. Ideal candidates will have a business or finance degree and experience in retail environments, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation

Generous employee discount

Pension plan

Health & dental benefits

Tuition assistance

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in planning and analysis.
• Familiarity in retail or luxury sector is a plus.
• Strong communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare OPEX budgets and forecasting models.
• Assist with the month-end close process and financial reporting.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis for new initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

IBM Cognos

Power BI

Job description

Holt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.

A job at Holt Renfrew offers a competitive total compensation, a generous employee discount, pension, and health & dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development.

As an Analyst, Operations Finance , you will play a key role in shaping the luxury lifestyle shopping experience by driving financial insight and strategic support across the business. Responsible for consolidating the budgeting and forecasting cycles and analyzing operational performance, you will help influence decisions that enhance Holt Renfrew’s financial results and elevate our customer experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally and drive meaningful change within a dynamic retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong partnerships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the organization, including senior leadership and cross-divisional team management.

• Prepare OPEX budgets and forecasting models, integrating historical trends, business drivers, and divisional plans into cohesive financial outlooks.

• Provide clear, actionable insights through monthly variance analysis and commentary on actuals vs. b udget .

• E nhance financial reporting frameworks, KPIs, and performance dashboards to monitor business performance and support data-driven decision-making .

• Assist with the month-end close process byreviewing and validating accruals , ensuring accuracy and facilitating timely communication with key stakeholders.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and models that enhance planning and forecasting activities.

• Perform ad hoc financial analysis to support the evaluation of new initiatives, operational optimizations, and strategic opportunities.

What You Bring:

• A post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.

• Proven track record with a minimum 2 years of experience in planning and analysis, or a related role ; familiarity in retail or the luxury sector is a plus.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP, IBM Cognos, and/or Power BI is considered an asset.

Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email [e-mail] and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.